Billy Tea Safaris
Experience the best of Far North Queensland, the Daintree Rainforest, Chillagoe Outback, Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Train and Skyrail. Enquire now with our Reservations Team to book.
Day 1: Daintree, Cape Trib & Bloomfield
Billy Tea Safaris operates small personalised Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation tours, where the rainforest meets the reef! On this full-day rainforest tour from Cairns, you will explore all the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation region has to offer. As one of the only tour companies to travel on the Bloomfield Track, your experience will be like no other!
Sit back and relax in comfort in our custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicles while listening to informative and entertaining commentary by your local naturalist guide who has extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture. Learn all about the oldest rainforest in the world, the Daintree. Your day will be a memory of a lifetime!
Daintree Rainforest Guided Walk, learn all about flora, fauna and local history
Highlights of your day tour in the Daintree Rainforest
- Return transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas included
- Spectacular views where the world heritage rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef - one of the BEST drive in the world!
- Spot wild crocodiles & birdlife on the 1 hour Daintree River Cruise including light morning tea of tea, coffee and biscuits
- Stop at Alexandra Range Lookout for a photo opportunity *temporarily unavailable
- Guided walk through the Daintree Rainforest on an elevated boardwalk with our amazing guides and learn about the flora & fauna of the area
- Lunch in the Daintree Rainforest
- Freshwater swim in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest
- Spend time at the famous Cape Tribulation Beach - the only place in the world where two World Heritage-listed areas meet!
- Cable Ferry crossing across the mighty Daintree River
- Homemade exotic fruit ice cream at the Daintree Ice-cream Company on the journey home. Signature ice-cream cup included.
Day 2: Great Barrier Reef Trip
Award-winning super-yacht vessel EVOLUTION departs Cairns daily offering a comfortable, luxurious and affordable Great Barrier Reef cruise, with five hours spent visiting two spectacular Outer Great Barrier Reef destinations. This large modern vessel provides a superior ride in all weather conditions and exclusive protected Reef locations. Professional, friendly and attentive staff ensure a safe and enjoyable fun-filled experience.
The base price includes snorkelling but if you would like to dial-up the adventure you can add a variety of additional activities including up to 3 introductory or certified scuba dives or a helicopter scenic flight.
EVOLUTION, Cairns' best value reef tour
Highlights of your day tour on the Great Barrier Reef
- Full Day Reef Cruise to the Outer Reef including 5 hours reef time at 2 exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations
- Unlimited snorkelling with all snorkelling equipment and flotation devices
- Free lycra/sun-suit hire
- Complimentary tea and coffee on arrival
- Spacious air-conditioned modern lounges and stylish upper deck to relax in comfort
- Professional, qualified and friendly instructors and crew
- Delicious Aussie BBQ lunch including prawns, fish, steak and tropical salads
- Exclusive, protected, sheltered reef locations
- Free glass of wine and snack on return journey
- Return transfers not included, additional cost
- $20pp Levy is included in the package price
Day 3: Kuranda Train and Skyrail
Travel by historic train to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest, with free time to explore the markets and the Kuranda village. Skyrail then takes you on an amazing experience over Australia's World Heritage-listed Tropical Rainforest. Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience where you’ll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment. This is a true bucket list item!
Skyrail Cableway - see the rainforest from above!
Highlights of your day tour to Kuranda and Skyrail
- Travel by historic Kuranda train
- Explore the Kuranda markets and village with free time
- Glide over the rainforest canopy in your Skyrail Gondola cabin
- See the rainforest from above and enjoy spectacular views over Cairns and the Daintree Rainforest
The only Full Day Outback Tour from Cairns! Explore the Chillagoe Caves, Granite Gorge and other highlights of Tropical North Queensland on this full-day tour from Cairns.
Your day begins with a pick up by your friendly accredited guide in a custom-built air-conditioned 4WD vehicle. After introductions and getting to know your fellow passengers for the day, we’ll ascend the McAllister Ranges looking for many different species of bush birds, including emus, wedge-tail eagles, squatter pigeons, kangaroos and frilled neck lizards along the way to your first stop at Skybury Coffee Plantation in Mareeba for morning tea.
Travel out to Chillagoe while listening to the informative commentary by your guide who will share information about the region's wildlife, history, and aboriginal culture. Explore the Chillagoe-Mungaga Caves National Park with an expert local guide, travel through historic mining towns and small outback communities, see the Chillagoe Smelter Ruins, visit Balancing Rock for an amazing photo opportunity, see and learn about aboriginal rock art and visit Granite Gorge to see the wallabies. You'll also be treated to lunch at an Aussie Outback pub!
See the Aussie Outback from Cairns and Port Douglas
Highlights of your Chillaoge Day Tour
- Small-group tour in a luxury 4WD
- Travel offroad on exclusive 4WD backroads
- Morning tea at Skybury Coffee Plantation with coffee or tea and a light snack
- Spot kangaroos, emus, wallabies, wedge-tail eagles (wildlife galore!)
- Visit the Balancing Rock for a photo opportunity
- See Aboriginal Rock Art and learn about local Indigenous Dreamtime stories
- Visit the once-booming Chillagoe Smelter Ruins
- Explore the famous Chillagoe Caves with a local expert guide who will share stories and local history
- Find fossils in ancient limestone casts at Chillagoe
- Enjoy an Aussie Outback lunch at the Chillagoe Hotel Pub
- Visit the wallabies at Granite Gorge and see local wildlife
- Pass through historic mining ghost towns and small outback communities
- Return transfers from Cairns included (Northern Beaches and Port Douglas transfers additional cost applies, see check-out)
| Adult 17+ years | $720.00 |
| Child (4-16 years) | $495.00 |
| Infant (0 - 3 years) | $0.00 |
| Family (2 adults + 2 children 4-16 years) | $2250.00 |
Billy Tea Safaris will provide Baby Seats or Booster Seat please advise upon booking, all children up to the age of 7 years.
Please be aware there is a 24-hour cancellation policy of 100% cancellation fee. No exceptions.
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PRIVATE CHARTER RATES ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Prices valid from 24 April 2024 to 31 March 2025.
